What a charming place to stay for a long weekend. Polignano a Mare looks like it is straight out of a movie set. This part of Italy (the heel) does not suffer over-tourism so I found it peaceful. The small town is very eye catching, as it's perched precariously on steep sea cliffs. The houses have flower laden balconies and are separated by tight alleyways. You really feel like you are stepping back in time by decades. Your standard run of the mill restaurant here, would be a top class Italian restaurant at home, and the prices are great. There is a statue here dedicated to their favourite son - the famous Italian singer, composer, and actor Domenico Modugno. There is not much English spoken here, so you are better off making the effort to learn some Italian words. If you are in the Bari area, I would advise visiting for a day trip at least, it's that...
Read moreI was not expecting much when I put this town on my itinary but when I arrived in this small beach spot I loved it. The walk to the beach was easy and quick. The town itself was the highlight for me, another ambling cobbled maze of wonder. Very pleased I went. We visited off season so weren't looking to swim or sit on the beach . Lots of lovely cafes and a Michelin star restaurant with its own access to the beach if you...
Read moreNice small town on the shore. There is a big parking place next to the sea for free ( now in November ). Nice walk along the shore with many views to the caves, then go to the old town centre. We really recommend...
Read more